Zahna Woodson, a trailblazer in social justice and equity, navigates their multiple identities as a Black, queer, and neurodivergent individual. As an AI activist and community organizer, Zahna leverages their expertise in technology and advocacy to dismantle systemic inequalities and create empowering spaces for communities that are often left behind. Through lifelong learning and a dedication to grassroots movements, they inspire meaningful change and amplify the voices of those historically excluded.
A nonprofit technology and digital inclusion fellow through NTEN and a Media Democracy, Transparency, and Accountability fellow with the Urban Core Collective in their home state of Michigan, Zahna brings a unique perspective to their work. With over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership and operations, they are deeply committed to fostering collaboration and advancing initiatives that break down barriers faced by under-resourced communities to create lasting and transformative change.